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Managing older buildings: a guide for estates maintenance staff

Publication Year

2026

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Current

Abstract

Provides guidance for school estates maintenance staff to assist in identifying building systems and prioritising maintenance and repair of the school estate. Covers: a brief history of the development of the school estate and overview of common construction types in the school estate.

Document History

Last updated: 16 July 2026. Document type: guidance. First published: 25 April 2024.

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Department for Education

The Department for Education was formed on 12 May 2010 and is responsible for education and children's services. It was formerly known as the Department for Children, Schools and Families.